The Watercress Line
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Heritage railway in Hampshire
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Our Railway 200 Textile Timeline Panels are now at Warwick Lane shopping outlet in Wickham until the 6th of January.
Visitors may see them during normal opening hours.
Learn more about the project here: buff.ly/OhVi0EC
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Visitors may see them during normal opening hours.
Learn more about the project here: buff.ly/OhVi0EC
#WatercressLine #Railway200 #TextileProject #CommunityProject
December 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Our Railway 200 Textile Timeline Panels are now at Warwick Lane shopping outlet in Wickham until the 6th of January.
Visitors may see them during normal opening hours.
Learn more about the project here: buff.ly/OhVi0EC
#WatercressLine #Railway200 #TextileProject #CommunityProject
Visitors may see them during normal opening hours.
Learn more about the project here: buff.ly/OhVi0EC
#WatercressLine #Railway200 #TextileProject #CommunityProject
✨ Steam Illuminations has officially returned to The Watercress Line, running right through to 4 January! ✨
We had an incredible opening weekend and we’re excited to welcome even more visitors as the festive magic continues.
Book your tickets now!
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We had an incredible opening weekend and we’re excited to welcome even more visitors as the festive magic continues.
Book your tickets now!
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#WatercressLine
December 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM
✨ Steam Illuminations has officially returned to The Watercress Line, running right through to 4 January! ✨
We had an incredible opening weekend and we’re excited to welcome even more visitors as the festive magic continues.
Book your tickets now!
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#WatercressLine
We had an incredible opening weekend and we’re excited to welcome even more visitors as the festive magic continues.
Book your tickets now!
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#WatercressLine
All Aboard for a Rockin’ Good Time!🎵
Day Out With Thomas™: Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour is hitting the tracks and bringing the beat to The Watercress Line.
Join Thomas and his friends from the 23rd - 31st of May!✨
Book now for the perfect Christmas present: buff.ly/MaNBD03
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Day Out With Thomas™: Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour is hitting the tracks and bringing the beat to The Watercress Line.
Join Thomas and his friends from the 23rd - 31st of May!✨
Book now for the perfect Christmas present: buff.ly/MaNBD03
#WatercressLine
November 29, 2025 at 6:00 PM
All Aboard for a Rockin’ Good Time!🎵
Day Out With Thomas™: Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour is hitting the tracks and bringing the beat to The Watercress Line.
Join Thomas and his friends from the 23rd - 31st of May!✨
Book now for the perfect Christmas present: buff.ly/MaNBD03
#WatercressLine
Day Out With Thomas™: Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour is hitting the tracks and bringing the beat to The Watercress Line.
Join Thomas and his friends from the 23rd - 31st of May!✨
Book now for the perfect Christmas present: buff.ly/MaNBD03
#WatercressLine
Tickets are now available for the Countryman on the 29th of March 2026!
Watch the picturesque Hampshire countryside drift by as you enjoy a traditional Sunday roast, on board a heritage steam train.
Don't miss out - this experience books up quickly!
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Watch the picturesque Hampshire countryside drift by as you enjoy a traditional Sunday roast, on board a heritage steam train.
Don't miss out - this experience books up quickly!
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#WatercressLine #Countryman
November 28, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Tickets are now available for the Countryman on the 29th of March 2026!
Watch the picturesque Hampshire countryside drift by as you enjoy a traditional Sunday roast, on board a heritage steam train.
Don't miss out - this experience books up quickly!
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#WatercressLine #Countryman
Watch the picturesque Hampshire countryside drift by as you enjoy a traditional Sunday roast, on board a heritage steam train.
Don't miss out - this experience books up quickly!
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#WatercressLine #Countryman
Ever dreamed of driving a real locomotive? Now’s your chance!
Our 2026 Steam & Diesel Driving Experiences are officially live. Choose from half-day or full-day sessions and step into the cab of our historic engines, with no experience required.
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Our 2026 Steam & Diesel Driving Experiences are officially live. Choose from half-day or full-day sessions and step into the cab of our historic engines, with no experience required.
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#WatercressLine #DrivingExperiences
November 27, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Ever dreamed of driving a real locomotive? Now’s your chance!
Our 2026 Steam & Diesel Driving Experiences are officially live. Choose from half-day or full-day sessions and step into the cab of our historic engines, with no experience required.
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#WatercressLine #DrivingExperiences
Our 2026 Steam & Diesel Driving Experiences are officially live. Choose from half-day or full-day sessions and step into the cab of our historic engines, with no experience required.
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#WatercressLine #DrivingExperiences
🚂Bookings for school visits are now open for 2026.
Our immersive railway experiences bring curriculum learning to life, from STEM and history to nature, geography, and creative writing.
👉 Enquire now by emailing education@watercressline.co.uk
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Our immersive railway experiences bring curriculum learning to life, from STEM and history to nature, geography, and creative writing.
👉 Enquire now by emailing education@watercressline.co.uk
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November 27, 2025 at 5:02 PM
🚂Bookings for school visits are now open for 2026.
Our immersive railway experiences bring curriculum learning to life, from STEM and history to nature, geography, and creative writing.
👉 Enquire now by emailing education@watercressline.co.uk
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Our immersive railway experiences bring curriculum learning to life, from STEM and history to nature, geography, and creative writing.
👉 Enquire now by emailing education@watercressline.co.uk
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Thames Valley Regional Group are hosting their final meeting this evening at Caversham Hall in Reading.
Colin Hall from the LMS Patriot Project (5551/The Unknown Warrior) will be presenting an update on the last 12 months of progress.
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#WatercressLine #ThamesValley
Colin Hall from the LMS Patriot Project (5551/The Unknown Warrior) will be presenting an update on the last 12 months of progress.
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#WatercressLine #ThamesValley
November 27, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Thames Valley Regional Group are hosting their final meeting this evening at Caversham Hall in Reading.
Colin Hall from the LMS Patriot Project (5551/The Unknown Warrior) will be presenting an update on the last 12 months of progress.
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#WatercressLine #ThamesValley
Colin Hall from the LMS Patriot Project (5551/The Unknown Warrior) will be presenting an update on the last 12 months of progress.
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#WatercressLine #ThamesValley
Join us in welcoming the latest addition to our much-loved dining experiences - the Sunday Carvery Express, running on select Sundays throughout 2026!
Learn more and book this experience on our website 👇
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Learn more and book this experience on our website 👇
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#WatercressLine #Carvery #DiningExperience #Hampshire
November 25, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Join us in welcoming the latest addition to our much-loved dining experiences - the Sunday Carvery Express, running on select Sundays throughout 2026!
Learn more and book this experience on our website 👇
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#WatercressLine #Carvery #DiningExperience #Hampshire
Learn more and book this experience on our website 👇
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#WatercressLine #Carvery #DiningExperience #Hampshire
It's one month until Christmas Day!🎁
What better way to kick off the festive season than a Christmas experience at The Watercress Line?
Steam Illuminations is running from the 28th November - 4th January with Christmas tracks and Pop Anthems. Book now!🎄
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What better way to kick off the festive season than a Christmas experience at The Watercress Line?
Steam Illuminations is running from the 28th November - 4th January with Christmas tracks and Pop Anthems. Book now!🎄
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November 25, 2025 at 5:02 PM
It's one month until Christmas Day!🎁
What better way to kick off the festive season than a Christmas experience at The Watercress Line?
Steam Illuminations is running from the 28th November - 4th January with Christmas tracks and Pop Anthems. Book now!🎄
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What better way to kick off the festive season than a Christmas experience at The Watercress Line?
Steam Illuminations is running from the 28th November - 4th January with Christmas tracks and Pop Anthems. Book now!🎄
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🎄 Fancy a Festive Afternoon Tea to get you into the Christmas Spirit?
Enjoy a Festive Afternoon Tea in our heritage carriages, while sitting back and relaxing as the glorious Hampshire countryside rolls by. 🚂
📆 3rd & 10th December
Book now!✨
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Enjoy a Festive Afternoon Tea in our heritage carriages, while sitting back and relaxing as the glorious Hampshire countryside rolls by. 🚂
📆 3rd & 10th December
Book now!✨
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November 24, 2025 at 6:03 PM
🎄 Fancy a Festive Afternoon Tea to get you into the Christmas Spirit?
Enjoy a Festive Afternoon Tea in our heritage carriages, while sitting back and relaxing as the glorious Hampshire countryside rolls by. 🚂
📆 3rd & 10th December
Book now!✨
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Enjoy a Festive Afternoon Tea in our heritage carriages, while sitting back and relaxing as the glorious Hampshire countryside rolls by. 🚂
📆 3rd & 10th December
Book now!✨
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The party doesn't have to stop once Christmas is over!✨
From the 29th of December until the 4th of January, experience Pop Anthems at The Watercress Line.
With a soundtrack of iconic hits from the 60s to today, all perfectly synced with your interactive LED wristbands.🕺
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From the 29th of December until the 4th of January, experience Pop Anthems at The Watercress Line.
With a soundtrack of iconic hits from the 60s to today, all perfectly synced with your interactive LED wristbands.🕺
buff.ly/28sN0KW
November 23, 2025 at 6:01 PM
The party doesn't have to stop once Christmas is over!✨
From the 29th of December until the 4th of January, experience Pop Anthems at The Watercress Line.
With a soundtrack of iconic hits from the 60s to today, all perfectly synced with your interactive LED wristbands.🕺
buff.ly/28sN0KW
From the 29th of December until the 4th of January, experience Pop Anthems at The Watercress Line.
With a soundtrack of iconic hits from the 60s to today, all perfectly synced with your interactive LED wristbands.🕺
buff.ly/28sN0KW
✨ Our Gift Vouchers make a wonderful present for anyone you think will enjoy The Watercress Line.
If you would like to order a physical gift card as a present, please do so with plenty of time before Christmas. Final posting dates to be confirmed.📮
📷 David Scard
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If you would like to order a physical gift card as a present, please do so with plenty of time before Christmas. Final posting dates to be confirmed.📮
📷 David Scard
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#WatercressLine
November 22, 2025 at 6:01 PM
✨ Our Gift Vouchers make a wonderful present for anyone you think will enjoy The Watercress Line.
If you would like to order a physical gift card as a present, please do so with plenty of time before Christmas. Final posting dates to be confirmed.📮
📷 David Scard
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#WatercressLine
If you would like to order a physical gift card as a present, please do so with plenty of time before Christmas. Final posting dates to be confirmed.📮
📷 David Scard
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#WatercressLine
We are pleased to share that the Railway 200 exhibition train 'Inspiration' is visiting The Watercress Line on the 19th - 20th February.
Inspiration is a family-friendly exhibition train celebrating 200 years of the modern railway, looking at the past, present and future of rail.
Inspiration is a family-friendly exhibition train celebrating 200 years of the modern railway, looking at the past, present and future of rail.
November 21, 2025 at 6:01 PM
We are pleased to share that the Railway 200 exhibition train 'Inspiration' is visiting The Watercress Line on the 19th - 20th February.
Inspiration is a family-friendly exhibition train celebrating 200 years of the modern railway, looking at the past, present and future of rail.
Inspiration is a family-friendly exhibition train celebrating 200 years of the modern railway, looking at the past, present and future of rail.
Steam Illuminations is back at The Watercress Line!🎄
With just days to go until the festive season begins at the railway, many trains are already sold out.
Book your tickets and join us for the ultimate Christmas celebration.✨
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#WatercressLine #SteamIlluminations #Christmas
With just days to go until the festive season begins at the railway, many trains are already sold out.
Book your tickets and join us for the ultimate Christmas celebration.✨
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#WatercressLine #SteamIlluminations #Christmas
November 20, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Steam Illuminations is back at The Watercress Line!🎄
With just days to go until the festive season begins at the railway, many trains are already sold out.
Book your tickets and join us for the ultimate Christmas celebration.✨
buff.ly/28sN0KW
#WatercressLine #SteamIlluminations #Christmas
With just days to go until the festive season begins at the railway, many trains are already sold out.
Book your tickets and join us for the ultimate Christmas celebration.✨
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#WatercressLine #SteamIlluminations #Christmas
Alton Regional Group invites you to join them at Alton Community Centre next week.
Martin Orford will be discussing 'The Restoration of 80150' at Alton Community Centre on Thursday 27th November at 7:30pm.
Entry is £4.
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Martin Orford will be discussing 'The Restoration of 80150' at Alton Community Centre on Thursday 27th November at 7:30pm.
Entry is £4.
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#WatercressLine
November 20, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Alton Regional Group invites you to join them at Alton Community Centre next week.
Martin Orford will be discussing 'The Restoration of 80150' at Alton Community Centre on Thursday 27th November at 7:30pm.
Entry is £4.
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#WatercressLine
Martin Orford will be discussing 'The Restoration of 80150' at Alton Community Centre on Thursday 27th November at 7:30pm.
Entry is £4.
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#WatercressLine
Book a festive dining experience at The Watercress Line this season and enjoy seasonal nibbles or a three course lunch from the comfort of our First Class dining carriages.
Festive Afternoon Tea: buff.ly/Zg6OEwD 🍰
Festive Countryman: buff.ly/ckSIXc4 🍽️
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Festive Afternoon Tea: buff.ly/Zg6OEwD 🍰
Festive Countryman: buff.ly/ckSIXc4 🍽️
#WatercressLine #FestiveDining
November 19, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Book a festive dining experience at The Watercress Line this season and enjoy seasonal nibbles or a three course lunch from the comfort of our First Class dining carriages.
Festive Afternoon Tea: buff.ly/Zg6OEwD 🍰
Festive Countryman: buff.ly/ckSIXc4 🍽️
#WatercressLine #FestiveDining
Festive Afternoon Tea: buff.ly/Zg6OEwD 🍰
Festive Countryman: buff.ly/ckSIXc4 🍽️
#WatercressLine #FestiveDining
Enjoy a Festive Afternoon Tea at The Watercress Line! 🍰✨
With low availability on two of our three dates, now’s the perfect time to secure your place for this cosy Christmas experience onboard a steam train.
Reserve your tickets before they’re gone.
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#WatercressLine #Christmas
With low availability on two of our three dates, now’s the perfect time to secure your place for this cosy Christmas experience onboard a steam train.
Reserve your tickets before they’re gone.
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#WatercressLine #Christmas
November 18, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Enjoy a Festive Afternoon Tea at The Watercress Line! 🍰✨
With low availability on two of our three dates, now’s the perfect time to secure your place for this cosy Christmas experience onboard a steam train.
Reserve your tickets before they’re gone.
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#WatercressLine #Christmas
With low availability on two of our three dates, now’s the perfect time to secure your place for this cosy Christmas experience onboard a steam train.
Reserve your tickets before they’re gone.
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#WatercressLine #Christmas
As we head into the festive season, our plans for 2026 are being finalised. To be the first to hear about ticket releases and event news, sign up to our newsletter at:
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📸 David Scard
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📸 David Scard
#WatercressLine #Newsletter #Subscribe #SpecialAnnouncement
November 17, 2025 at 6:02 PM
As we head into the festive season, our plans for 2026 are being finalised. To be the first to hear about ticket releases and event news, sign up to our newsletter at:
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📸 David Scard
#WatercressLine #Newsletter #Subscribe #SpecialAnnouncement
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📸 David Scard
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Magic of Locomotion returns to The Watercress Line in February for half-term!🪄
Discover the magic of train travel with our very own magicians! Be spellbound by our shows at the Old Goods Shed in Alresford and so much more!
Book your tickets now!🎟️
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Discover the magic of train travel with our very own magicians! Be spellbound by our shows at the Old Goods Shed in Alresford and so much more!
Book your tickets now!🎟️
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November 16, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Magic of Locomotion returns to The Watercress Line in February for half-term!🪄
Discover the magic of train travel with our very own magicians! Be spellbound by our shows at the Old Goods Shed in Alresford and so much more!
Book your tickets now!🎟️
buff.ly/2jTNZ4W
Discover the magic of train travel with our very own magicians! Be spellbound by our shows at the Old Goods Shed in Alresford and so much more!
Book your tickets now!🎟️
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Our 2026 dining dates are now live for The Royal Wessex, The Wine Line, Murder Mystery evenings, the Watercress Belle and more!🍽️
There’s something for everyone - and a dining experience on the Watercress Line makes the perfect Christmas gift, too.
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#WatercressLine #FineDining
There’s something for everyone - and a dining experience on the Watercress Line makes the perfect Christmas gift, too.
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#WatercressLine #FineDining
November 15, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Our 2026 dining dates are now live for The Royal Wessex, The Wine Line, Murder Mystery evenings, the Watercress Belle and more!🍽️
There’s something for everyone - and a dining experience on the Watercress Line makes the perfect Christmas gift, too.
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#WatercressLine #FineDining
There’s something for everyone - and a dining experience on the Watercress Line makes the perfect Christmas gift, too.
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#WatercressLine #FineDining
There is now limited availability for our Festive Afternoon Tea on the train!🎄✨
Book your tickets for the 27th November, 3rd December or 10th December before they sell out!🎟️
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📸 Edward Maton
#WatercressLine #FestiveDining #AfternoonTea #ChristmasDining
Book your tickets for the 27th November, 3rd December or 10th December before they sell out!🎟️
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📸 Edward Maton
#WatercressLine #FestiveDining #AfternoonTea #ChristmasDining
November 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
There is now limited availability for our Festive Afternoon Tea on the train!🎄✨
Book your tickets for the 27th November, 3rd December or 10th December before they sell out!🎟️
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📸 Edward Maton
#WatercressLine #FestiveDining #AfternoonTea #ChristmasDining
Book your tickets for the 27th November, 3rd December or 10th December before they sell out!🎟️
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📸 Edward Maton
#WatercressLine #FestiveDining #AfternoonTea #ChristmasDining
Book your First Class ticket for Steam Illuminations!
A First Class ticket gives you:
✨ A seat in a First Class carriage
🎫 Souvenir golden travel ticket!
🎄 Express entry!
🚂 Only opportunity to be pulled directly behind the locomotive
💫 “Red carpet” carriage entry (weather dependent)
A First Class ticket gives you:
✨ A seat in a First Class carriage
🎫 Souvenir golden travel ticket!
🎄 Express entry!
🚂 Only opportunity to be pulled directly behind the locomotive
💫 “Red carpet” carriage entry (weather dependent)
November 12, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Book your First Class ticket for Steam Illuminations!
A First Class ticket gives you:
✨ A seat in a First Class carriage
🎫 Souvenir golden travel ticket!
🎄 Express entry!
🚂 Only opportunity to be pulled directly behind the locomotive
💫 “Red carpet” carriage entry (weather dependent)
A First Class ticket gives you:
✨ A seat in a First Class carriage
🎫 Souvenir golden travel ticket!
🎄 Express entry!
🚂 Only opportunity to be pulled directly behind the locomotive
💫 “Red carpet” carriage entry (weather dependent)
Tables onboard the Festive Countryman on the 3rd and 10th December have now SOLD OUT!🎄
There are still spaces available on Thursday 27th November for a delicious three course roast to begin the festive season.🍽️
Find out more and book here: buff.ly/KbEmZZY
#WatercressLie #ChristmasDinner
There are still spaces available on Thursday 27th November for a delicious three course roast to begin the festive season.🍽️
Find out more and book here: buff.ly/KbEmZZY
#WatercressLie #ChristmasDinner
November 11, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Tables onboard the Festive Countryman on the 3rd and 10th December have now SOLD OUT!🎄
There are still spaces available on Thursday 27th November for a delicious three course roast to begin the festive season.🍽️
Find out more and book here: buff.ly/KbEmZZY
#WatercressLie #ChristmasDinner
There are still spaces available on Thursday 27th November for a delicious three course roast to begin the festive season.🍽️
Find out more and book here: buff.ly/KbEmZZY
#WatercressLie #ChristmasDinner
Steam Illuminations is back from 28th November to 4th January!✨
Dance and sing along to all your favourite Christmas tunes, get competitive with our interactive 'FlashyOke' game and marvel at the NEW live onboard entertainment.
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📸 Matt Bentley
#WatercressLine #SteamIlluminations
Dance and sing along to all your favourite Christmas tunes, get competitive with our interactive 'FlashyOke' game and marvel at the NEW live onboard entertainment.
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📸 Matt Bentley
#WatercressLine #SteamIlluminations
November 10, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Steam Illuminations is back from 28th November to 4th January!✨
Dance and sing along to all your favourite Christmas tunes, get competitive with our interactive 'FlashyOke' game and marvel at the NEW live onboard entertainment.
buff.ly/GtuZb5H
📸 Matt Bentley
#WatercressLine #SteamIlluminations
Dance and sing along to all your favourite Christmas tunes, get competitive with our interactive 'FlashyOke' game and marvel at the NEW live onboard entertainment.
buff.ly/GtuZb5H
📸 Matt Bentley
#WatercressLine #SteamIlluminations
You can tailor your volunteering experience at The Watercress Line to suit your availability, interests and skills.
Learn more about volunteering on our website, or contact us at:
📧 volunteer@watercressline.co.uk
📞 01962 587058
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📸 Steve Morley
Learn more about volunteering on our website, or contact us at:
📧 volunteer@watercressline.co.uk
📞 01962 587058
🌐 buff.ly/dv37cU2
📸 Steve Morley
November 9, 2025 at 6:01 PM
You can tailor your volunteering experience at The Watercress Line to suit your availability, interests and skills.
Learn more about volunteering on our website, or contact us at:
📧 volunteer@watercressline.co.uk
📞 01962 587058
🌐 buff.ly/dv37cU2
📸 Steve Morley
Learn more about volunteering on our website, or contact us at:
📧 volunteer@watercressline.co.uk
📞 01962 587058
🌐 buff.ly/dv37cU2
📸 Steve Morley